List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Manage persons in care | 1.1 Gather information relating to persons in care to identify transport and assistance requirements. 1.2 Identify potential risks relating to persons in care to maintain safety and security of persons and self. 1.3 Monitor welfare of persons in care to adapt to changing circumstances. 1.4 Communicate information to stakeholders during care situation and handovers. |
2. Prepare for escort operation | 2.1 Identify legislative provisions to define parameters of escort operation. 2.2 Confirm resource and equipment requirements to ensure safety of persons and self. 2.3 Prepare vehicles and equipment to ensure operational readiness. 2.4 Develop escort plans and duties to ensure safety of persons and self. 2.5 Confirm that route plans, itinerary and timetables ensure the safest and most time-effective movements. 2.6 Communicate escort plan to persons to facilitate escort operations. |
3. Conduct escorts | 3.1 Monitor safety requirements of persons and self throughout escort operation. 3.2 Communicate with stakeholders throughout escort operations to ensure appropriate flow of information. 3.3 Demonstrate situational awareness throughout escort operations to respond to changing circumstances. 3.4 Assess risks continually to identify when referral is required. 3.5 Adjust escort plans to respond to changing circumstances and maintain security. 3.6 Complete escort documentation for accountability purposes. |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.
adhering to duty of care requirements
identifying provisions of legislative and organisational requirements relevant to assignment instructions
providing assistance to persons in care, principals and those accessing controlled environments
planning handover requirements for escorting persons
communicating verbally and in writing with stakeholders
managing security of detained persons
analysing escort requirements, including plans and itineraries, and adapting the requirements of the plan when required
using transport and equipment safely and effectively
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.
close personal protection methodology
escort and evasive techniques
jurisdictional information management systems
jurisdictional legislation, policies and procedures relating to escorting persons in care and principals
protocols for dealing with dignitaries
legal provisions relating to use of force
limits of own responsibility and authority
requirements for protecting people with special needs
duty of care requirements and custodial practices
This unit contains no specific industry-mandated assessment conditions. Guidance on suggested and recommended conditions and methods can be found in the Implementation Guide.
Consideration must be given to practical assessment for this unit. Refer to advice in the companion volumes.
Consideration must be given to holistic assessment for this unit. Refer to advice in the companion volumes.
Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.